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Biden names Indian-American as first Muslim envoy for religious freedom

If approved by the Senate, Rashad Husain will be the first Muslim to head US diplomacy for advancing religious liberties, reports Arul Louis President Joe Biden has nominated an Indian-American, Rashad Hussain,

July 31, 2021

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US, Japan defence chiefs discuss situation in East and South China sea

Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin underscored American support for the US – Japan Alliance and emphasized its role in maintaining a Free and Open Indo-Pacific, reports Asian Lite News Japanese Defence Minister Nobuo

July 31, 2021

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US lawmakers form bipartisan Caucus to address Uyghur plight

This Caucus will give new power to voices in Congress who have championed the Uyghur cause….reports Reena Bhardwaj US lawmakers Tom Suozzi and Chris Smith on Thursday announced the creation of the

July 30, 2021

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US economy grows at annualised 6.5% in Q2

The increase in real GDP in the second quarter reflected increases in personal consumption expenditures (PCE), non-residential fixed investment, exports…reports Asian Lite News The US economy grew at a lower-than-anticipated annual rate

July 30, 2021

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Annual Indo-Pacific Business Forum to be held on Oct 28-29

It will take place this year as a fully online event on October 28-29, 2021, with a schedule that ensures participants from across the Indo-Pacific can all participate…reports Asian Lite News The

July 30, 2021

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US evacuates 200 allies who helped during Afghan war

The very first of such evacuation flights landed early in the morning at Washington’s Dulles International Airport…reports Asian Lite News The United States on Friday flew 200 Afghans, allies who aided the

July 30, 2021

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US to hit Iran with more sanctions for missile, drone program

The planned sanctions come as the Biden administration considers tightening enforcement of existing sanctions on Iran’s oil industry amid a stall to nuclear negotiations ongoing in Vienna….reports Asian Lite News The Biden

July 30, 2021

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Bill moved to kill work programme for foreign students in US

Under the Immigration and Nationality Act, Optional Practical Training (OPT) provides for temporary employment in the area of study of F-1 students….reports Asian Lite News A group of House Republicans has introduced

July 30, 2021

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N-talks with Iran cannot go on indefinitely, says Blinken

Iran’s ultraconservative camp, which deeply distrusts the US, has repeatedly criticized Rouhani over the 2015 deal, reports Asian Lite News Secretary of State Antony Blinken said on Thursday that nuclear talks with

July 30, 2021

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Iran offers mediation in Armenia – Azerbaijan tensions

The Iranian official expressed regret over the deaths and injuries endured by both countries, and stressed the need for mutual restraint…reports Asian Lite News Iran’s Foreign Ministry has urged neighbouring Azerbaijan and

July 30, 2021

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